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This comprehensive study explores the systematic destruction of religious images and objects during the English Reformation, highlighting the cultural and historical implications of this significant period. It delves into the motivations behind the iconoclasm, examining the clash between emerging Protestant ideals and traditional Catholic practices. The work sheds light on the broader impact of these actions on society, art, and religious practices, providing a nuanced understanding of the Reformation's legacy in England.
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Broken Idols of the English Reformation, Margaret Aston
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Broken Idols of the English Reformation
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Margaret Aston
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 1128
- ISBN13
- 9781108744201
- Category
- World history
- Description
- This comprehensive study explores the systematic destruction of religious images and objects during the English Reformation, highlighting the cultural and historical implications of this significant period. It delves into the motivations behind the iconoclasm, examining the clash between emerging Protestant ideals and traditional Catholic practices. The work sheds light on the broader impact of these actions on society, art, and religious practices, providing a nuanced understanding of the Reformation's legacy in England.